I am using Microsoft Intune for a trading company, Where I need to establish a secure administrative role for this product. We utilize Intune to manage Android, iOS, and Windows devices. We use it primarily to secure devices, deploy applications, and enforce security policies. Additionally, when employees leave the company, we can remotely wipe devices or applications, especially if personal devices are used for business purposes.
Systems Engineer Intune at Auxis
It is reliable and helps consolidate our endpoints, but the reset process has room for improvement
Pros and Cons
- "The ease of applying security policies to applications we deploy is the most valuable feature of Microsoft Intune."
- "Sometimes, the process is unsuccessful when we attempt to reset a device and wipe the data using Intune."
What is our primary use case?
How has it helped my organization?
Microsoft Intune consolidates our endpoint and security management tools into one dashboard.
The user experience is generally positive. While specific changes can sometimes introduce minor issues, these are often related to device operating systems, particularly variations in Android labeling. Consequently, a small percentage of users have reported inconsistencies across different devices. Overall, however, the platform is effective, with 90 percent of users finding Intune a good user experience.
Our team manages most of the security measures we implement, specifically those related to conditional access. This involves deploying various conditional access policies, which I believe is a positive development. Intune has significantly enhanced its capabilities, allowing us to restrict and secure access to corporate data more effectively.
Enterprise application management is a valuable tool for managing non-corporate devices, commonly called Bring Your Own Device. By implementing this feature, companies can protect sensitive data from potential breaches. Intune offers a promising starting point for organizations seeking to adopt this strategy, as it enables control over infrastructure data.
In my experience with management products, Microsoft Intune is a reliable tool for most of our needs, providing a strong foundation for company-wide management. While initial configuration is required, Intune consistently delivers a positive experience for managing applications and devices once established.
Intune is excellent for managing applications from the outset. It allows for robust corporate data protection by implementing Mobile Application Management policies and conditional access, ensuring all data is secure quickly. This strong security foundation enables organizations to leverage Intune's additional benefits fully.
What is most valuable?
The ease of applying security policies to applications we deploy is the most valuable feature of Microsoft Intune.
What needs improvement?
Sometimes, the process is unsuccessful when we attempt to reset a device and wipe the data using Intune. This inconsistency requires improvement.
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For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Microsoft Intune for almost seven years.
How are customer service and support?
Support has been helpful in resolving some issues, but response times are inconsistent. Initial troubleshooting can be lengthy, especially for complex problems. While they sometimes guide us effectively, resolution speed varies widely depending on the issue's complexity. Support performance is inconsistent, with some instances of rapid assistance and others marked by excessive delays.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
How was the initial setup?
The initial deployment was complex because there were many steps, and I failed to get the full results. It took a week to complete, and one person was enough for the deployment.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Microsoft Intune is reasonably priced for large organizations that already have Microsoft Enterprise licenses, but it is less affordable for smaller businesses.
What other advice do I have?
I would rate Microsoft Intune seven out of ten.
Because of all the training and information, it took me a couple of years to see the benefits of Microsoft Intune.
Managing deployed applications requires maintenance, but Intune, being cloud-based, does not necessitate such upkeep.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
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Integrating user accounts is easy, and it has helped save costs, but Intune's role structure is overly complex
Pros and Cons
- "I would rate the stability of Microsoft Intune nine out of ten."
- "While the ability to deploy applications at startup is reliable, the policy-based application deployment method has not reached the same level of consistency."
What is our primary use case?
I use Microsoft Intune to configure policies and manage devices.
We implemented Intune to manage devices for specific users and departments, including device ownership and access control.
How has it helped my organization?
I would rate the Intune user experience eight out of ten. About two years ago, I was a team leader with an apprentice. Before the apprentice arrived, we hired another employee who, on his first day, asked what Intune was. I was surprised he didn't know but was comfortable with it within a few days. In the last few years, Intune has been user-friendly.
Intune Suite provides robust security at the operating system level.
The enterprise application management feature is functioning well in its current state.
By leveraging cloud infrastructure instead of private systems, Intune has offered increased remote security and greater ease of access. While I still appreciate SCCM's capabilities, I am satisfied with Intune's performance.
I would rate Intune's ability to secure hybrid work and data on company devices as nine out of ten.
Due to the infrastructure being used, Intune has helped save a minimum of 30 percent of our cost.
It is important that Intune is integrated with Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Security for cloud and co-managed devices because integrating user accounts is easy.
What needs improvement?
Intune consolidates endpoint and security management tools into a single platform, but its exclusive focus on Microsoft devices necessitates supplementary solutions for Android and iOS. While Intune simplifies numerous tasks, it doesn't provide a comprehensive, all-in-one solution, requiring access to platforms like Azure or AD for specific functions. Although valuable, Intune's primary challenge in a corporate environment is the complexity arising from overlapping rights and processes across departments due to its extensive management capabilities. As a global admin, I would implement changes to address these complexities and streamline the management process.
Intune's role structure is overly complex, with too many layers creating unnecessary access hierarchies. While users can mitigate this by limiting active roles, I suggest streamlining the menu structure to improve usability. For instance, combining device lists for Autopilot and Intune would be beneficial, as these functions are closely related but currently separated. Redefining categories and consolidating menu paths would enhance navigation and make finding features easier. Essentially, I propose simplifying Intune's interface by better organizing its components.
I would like to see more tooltips, such as those brief descriptions that appear when you hover your mouse over something. For example, when you move your mouse over the "delete" button, a small box could pop up explaining that the object will be deleted but can be restored. This is especially important for grayed-out options. Users should be informed why they cannot perform certain actions, such as requiring a different role, object unavailability, or access through a different part of the system. Tooltips would significantly reduce the time I spend explaining these limitations to others.
Intune Suite's remote command functions could be improved for security. Internet connectivity is required for remote resets, and other actions are limited. I propose a potential solution involving automatic device lock after a specific period without check-in, allowing access only upon reconnecting to the internet. This would enable remote management functions without a constant internet connection. Additionally, the current unreliability of remote command execution, often requiring multiple attempts or restarts, is frustrating and needs addressing.
While the ability to deploy applications at startup is reliable, the policy-based application deployment method has not reached the same level of consistency. This inconsistency between the two methods is a key area for improvement, as reliable startup deployment is a benchmark for the desired level of reliability in policy-based installations.
Though reluctantly, we are utilizing Advanced Endpoint Analytics as application installs and compliance policy issues plague it. Comm client policy errors frequently skew statistics, providing an inaccurate representation of our day-to-day operations. These misleading metrics are largely due to other Intune component problems. While we can access analytics, we often manipulate data to exclude irrelevant demographics and metrics, such as application install failures, to produce more accurate reports. Similarly, device compliance statistics are unreliable indicators of fleet performance. While Advanced Endpoint Analytics offers potential utility, it primarily highlights underlying issues requiring resolution rather than providing actionable insights.
We can rectify endpoint anomalies. However, we overlook many others unless issues are exceptionally critical and high-priority. While Intune Analytics is a system component we utilize, its performance metrics are underwhelming. Conversely, our other ITSM infrastructure metrics are quite positive. Intune Analytics requires significant troubleshooting.
Intune is not as streamlined as SCCM but offers greater accessibility. While Intune is more assured, SCCM ultimately proved more efficient in terms of time spent.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Microsoft Intune for six years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I would rate the stability of Microsoft Intune nine out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I would rate the scalability of Microsoft Intune nine out of ten.
How are customer service and support?
The technical support is good.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
What other advice do I have?
I would rate Microsoft Intune seven out of ten.
We are working to expand Copilot's utility beyond its current primary use case of text-based summarization, which offers limited business value. While it aids productivity in meeting contexts, it does not significantly contribute to tasks that generate value. Consequently, we are investing resources in improving Copilot's capabilities without seeing commensurate returns.
Intune is an accessible system and one of the industry standards, so there's not a lot that you'll be left wanting.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Microsoft Azure
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Consultant at Infosys
Scalable with long-term viability and integrates well with other Microsoft products
Pros and Cons
- "The features I found most valuable in Intune are its user visibility and troubleshooting options."
- "Areas for improvement in Intune include expanding support beyond Samsung devices to accommodate other Android manufacturers like Redmi and Motorola."
What is our primary use case?
I worked with Microsoft Intune in my level two support role. My tasks included license assignment and assisting users with configuration issues, especially in mobile device management for iOS and Android devices.
What is most valuable?
The features I found most valuable in Intune are its user visibility and troubleshooting options. With Intune, I can easily search for a user and see details about their devices and real-time activity. The advanced audit log is especially helpful for diagnosing login and communication issues. Another standout feature is Autopilot, which simplifies machine integration by automatically adding devices to the domain when they are logged in.
What needs improvement?
Areas for improvement in Intune include expanding support beyond Samsung devices to accommodate other Android manufacturers like Redmi and Motorola. Additionally, there is a need for better support for Linux operating systems, as patch management for Linux is currently not managed by Intune, unlike for Windows devices.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have worked with Microsoft Intune for three years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
In terms of stability, Intune generally performs well, but there may be occasional bugs like the issue with Redmi devices. While bugs are addressed, the resolution process can be time-consuming.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Intune is a scalable tool with long-term viability. I think it is likely to remain stable and relevant in the market for at least the next decade, even as competition evolves.
How are customer service and support?
I would rate the technical support team for Intune as a five out of ten. It could be improved a bit.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Neutral
How was the initial setup?
The implementation of Intune follows a structured process, starting with a change activity managed by a dedicated team. This involves creating a ServiceNow ticket detailing the implementation plan, rollback options, and involvement of various teams. After approval, testing is conducted, followed by deployment in a phased manner, typically at the beginning of the month to avoid interfering with critical month-end activities.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
In comparison to other vendors, Intune is reasonably priced because it offers a comprehensive package that includes email access, Outlook, Office, and OneDrive storage, with storage increasing based on the license. Other service providers may have limitations and additional storage charges, whereas Intune provides services within a single cost, making it attractive to many companies for its flexibility and included features.
What other advice do I have?
We used Microsoft Intune to solve problems, such as ensuring device security and compliance. For instance, some Redmi devices weren't meeting encryption requirements. We addressed this by enabling developer options on those devices, specifically, Redmi models 5 and above. We documented this solution for reference and future troubleshooting.
The most effective feature for managing and securing our mobile workforce is multifactor authentication. It adds an extra layer of security by requiring additional authentication steps when logging into devices. Additionally, conditional access policies allow us to set specific rules, such as blocking downloads or file transfers from personal devices to company resources, ensuring compliance with security policies.
It took about six months to start seeing the benefits of Intune deployment, especially regarding application deployment and user machine management.
Intune integration with other Microsoft products has strengthened our device management strategy by incorporating in-house applications like Outlook, Wi-Fi, and others. Additionally, it provides a mechanism similar to the Google Play Store for adding required applications internally, including Microsoft products like Dropbox, Google Chrome, and others.
Intune is deployed across various locations and departments within our organization. Licenses are allocated based on department and employee roles by our Office 365 team. Users are added to Active Directory groups, and ServiceNow automates configuration and support requests.
Intune requires regular maintenance, typically provided by the IT team or architects. Microsoft releases service updates approximately every three to four months, during which maintenance downtime may occur.
I would recommend Microsoft Intune to others, especially those working in the field of technology. Staying updated with new technologies is crucial, and Intune offers valuable features for device management and security. However, the decision to use Intune depends on individual needs and preferences, as well as company requirements.
Overall, I would give Microsoft Intune a seven out of ten. While it is a solid tool, there are other competitors in the market like AirWatch and BlackBerry UEM that offer similar functionalities.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
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ISMS Manager & Information Systems Security at Africa Finance Corporation
Offers great flexibility to users and is very easy to use
Pros and Cons
- "If I assess Intune's user experience, I would say it is perfect and simple."
- "Improvements can be made by allowing server integrations since it is an area where the product currently has shortcomings."
What is our primary use case?
Around 90 percent of our platforms are in the cloud, and our company uses them to manage access to various platforms. In our company, what we used to do when we were on an on-premises setup was to use group policy to basically manage access and authorizations to various services, which can be quite challenging because not everything you want to do on GPO even though it is available in it. You can use or manage VBScript and PowerShell, but it was a bit challenging. With Microsoft Intune, you already have specific processes and platforms that have several things you can do with it in terms of security and in terms of making everything standardized, sort of a standard desktop, or even a customized one based on the user's job title, ranging from executive management to basic back-end staff. Microsoft Intune allows you to customize everything, like security, the availability of some features, and even updating particular systems or where and which system can access which service from a geographical location, which we couldn't do with GPO. Microsoft Intune allows us to be very flexible.
What is most valuable?
Applications have a feature that allows you to deploy applications remotely to different systems. They can be Windows-built, some business applications, small scripts, or even custom applications. The tool can even deploy fixes, and it has been one of the features we use quite frequently to troubleshoot and fix issues.
The tool brings all of our company's endpoint and security management tools into one place.
Speaking about the impact of Microsoft Intune on our company's IT and security operations, I would say that the tool has done a good job in terms of centralized management, but there is still a lot it can do. Microsoft Intune is just a mobile device management platform. It doesn't really implement security, specifically in terms of endpoint security for ransomware and other attacks, so our company has to supplement with other solutions.
If I assess Intune's user experience, I would say it is perfect and simple. In general, the tool is very easy to use. Every feature or domain, ranging from compliance to security to DLP, integrates very well with Microsoft's other modules.
I am using certain aspects of Microsoft Intune Suite, which involves the new collection of advanced endpoint management and security tools.
If I assess Microsoft Intune for securing hybrid work and protecting the company data and the data on my own devices, I would say that it works very well in handling BYOD cases. For all the corporate business apps, you can't share data outside Microsoft Intune or the enrolled devices. It has to go through all the approved suites of Microsoft Project and then into OneDrive so that we can tell where that information passed, making it basically a DLP type of thing. You can't copy and paste anything into an external product since it must be within Microsoft's suite. The tool really helped our company keep certain information confidential within Microsoft Office Suite, and it doesn't go outside, which is helpful.
I use Intune's Endpoint Privilege Management feature in Microsoft Intune. Speaking about how Intune's Endpoint Privilege Management enables our company to enforce the least privileged access that affects user productivity in our organization, I would say that all our users are at the basic level. Depending on the function users need to do, privileged access might be required, and we can basically elevate them to do it, and then we don't have to do anything beyond that.
In terms of how important it is in the context of our company's journey to the cloud that the capabilities of the Intune Suite are integrated with Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Security for both cloud and co-managed devices, I would say that the integration part is the key since it has to follow everybody, whether they work on the company's premises or remotely with Microsoft Intune.
What needs improvement?
Improvements can be made by allowing server integrations since it is an area where the product currently has shortcomings. Currently, it is just endpoints, Windows, and mobile devices, but we would like to see the servers integrated into the tool as well so that the product covers everything.
The product currently lacks any features. For most of what we can't do with the features available in Microsoft Intune, we use PowerShell to address such areas.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Microsoft Intune for ten years. I work with one of the past versions of the tool.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
My company hasn't faced any stability issues associated with the product since its deployment.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
It scales up pretty much with ease. It reduces the work on the admin side. It is a very scalable tool.
With Microsoft Intune, my company covers more than 250 devices. I would probably say that it goes up to 300 devices. My company also has many remote staff members.
How are customer service and support?
I have provided technical support for the solution once or twice, but all the information regarding the fixes is mentioned on the internet. I rate the technical support a ten out of ten. In my company, we haven't had any challenging situations that required a prolonged fixing process, and it was usually done in a day or two, within which it used to get resolved.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Before Microsoft Intune, I used a different solution for enterprise mobility management named VMware AirWatch. My company started using Microsoft Intune since it was bundled with the other services offered under Microsoft. I think my company moved to a new plan with Microsoft, and Microsoft Intune was present in it with Microsoft Enterprise Mobility + Security (EMS). My company thought about why we should pay for another service when we already have one.
VMware integrated with Microsoft like a connector, but every time there is a change or an upgrade to Microsoft's platform, it sort of disrupts VMware. My company then figured out that the closer we are to Microsoft's platforms, the better, which in turn helps us consolidate vendors.
My company involves two types of judgments to determine whether or not the consolidation of vendors my company deals with has affected our security posture. We have a Gartner evaluation, and we are trying to see if our current vendor is at least in the leadership quadrant. After that, we go for their products. Even if a tool is not at the top, it is a win-win situation for us as long as it is there. Gartner has been important in helping our company decide which vendor to consolidate products and services on.
The consolidation of affected vendors has not reduced our company's licensing costs. We recently discovered that Microsoft is basically unbundling several parts of its products. People can now choose Microsoft's models, but you cannot choose what you want as an add-on. In such a phase, we are going to have to compare apples with apples. If Microsoft unbundles Purview, for instance, we have to look for a similar DLP and compare it in terms of price and performance.
How was the initial setup?
I was involved in the tool's initial setup process. Initially, my company faced some complexities with the product's initial setup phase, especially in terms of how to deploy it remotely. We basically had to have every device in front of us physically to do the deployment.
Considering that the deployment phase was an ongoing process, it took three months to be completed.
What about the implementation team?
The product's deployment phase was carried out with the help of our in-house team with the help of the information in the tool's manuals.
The solution was deployed with the help of three people in our company.
What was our ROI?
From a cost-saving perspective, my company has no information associated with the tool. When we get the budget approved in our company, there is an additional buffer, causing us to have more of an overcapacity scenario rather than an undercapacity one.
My organization is still in the process of discovering several of the overall benefits that we have experienced from the use of the product. My company keeps discovering new features when we use Microsoft Intune's capabilities.
My company has not done any evaluations to figure out whether the product could generate any return on investment. It is something we should do in the future.
In my personal opinion, the product does offer value for money since it offers good security.
It is not difficult to maintain the product. Once the configurations are set at a basic level, the tool just keeps modifying itself and keeps on improving.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
In terms of the product price and licensing costs, my company finds the product to be reasonably priced. As long as our budget is approved for it, everything is fine with the pricing part.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
My company did not evaluate any other options against Microsoft Intune.
What other advice do I have?
I am not using the enterprise application management features of Microsoft Intune Suite. For applications management, we are basically doing SaaS for most of our applications, so they are on the cloud. The least we do in our company is MFA or two-factor authentication and single sign-on into the enterprise applications, but they are basically on Amazon AWS or SAP.
I am not using the advanced endpoint analytics in the tool.
My company doesn't use Microsoft Copilot in Intune. I would say that my company is waiting for Microsoft Copilot to reach an advanced stage. When I say advanced stage, it means handling business cases that apply to our company's type of business. What we have seen in our company is that in areas like customer relationships and retail banking solutions, Microsoft Copilot works. With Microsoft Copilot, our company hasn't seen any business case related to our work. Microsoft Copilot is mostly for chatbots in CRM and other things, but that is not what my company wants. My company is waiting and hoping that we will see advanced features in Microsoft Copilot by next year. I am working with the basic capabilities of Microsoft Intune.
Intune's Endpoint Privilege Management's least privileged access doesn't affect our organization's attack surface since it is handled by a different platform named Symantec.
My company has not measured if Microsoft Intune has affected IT productivity in our organization, but I believe that it is something that we should do.
I would suggest those planning to implement Microsoft Intune in their company start with a pilot group and implement every aspect they want to implement with that group across different devices, ranging from Androids, iOS, Google, and everything else. In my company, when we did encryption, we found that Android already has an encryption feature, which is basically for Android, so we couldn't turn on the encryption feature. If we did turn on the encryption feature, we would lose information because it was already encrypted by Android.
I rate the tool a ten out of ten.
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Last updated: Aug 4, 2024
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Integrates company policies efficiently and has a straightforward setup process
Pros and Cons
- "The solution has significantly improved managing a diverse range of devices. We have observed enhancements across Android, iOS, and Windows devices."
- "There could be more competent processes and improvements in the policy space."
What is our primary use case?
We use the product to enroll devices, install configurations, and manage apps across our infrastructure. We address issues related to app protection policies, conditional access, and custom policies with its help.
How has it helped my organization?
The solution has significantly improved managing a diverse range of devices. We have observed enhancements across Android, iOS, and Windows devices.
What is most valuable?
One of the product's best features is its ability to integrate company policies and configurations into applications directly.
What needs improvement?
There could be more competent processes and improvements in the policy space. If devices follow the rules, it will benefit the company. If they do not, it will lead to non-compliance. We have been able to implement some common policies, such as data sharing, handling rooted devices, and managing cyber-available data. We are working on latency and permissions, including PIN tests and direct access to information, to enhance the overall process.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have four years of experience working with Microsoft Intune.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The product is stable. I rate the stability a ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I rate the platform scalability a ten.
How are customer service and support?
The technical support services are satisfactory.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
How was the initial setup?
The product can be deployed on the cloud or on-premises.
First, we access the Azure portal by browsing the URL and searching for Intune. Later, we can directly log in to the endpoint management section.
We create and assign licenses to use these tools and then provide users with instructions. Users have to download the company portal and follow the setup steps, which include entering necessary personal information, accepting terms, and managing settings.
Next, we handle the installation process within the company. We need to trust the application by selecting the appropriate option. If applicable, we enable settings on mobile devices. Following that, users must log in and configure settings as required. These options and settings are available through the company portal. The process is straightforward, and it doesn't require maintenance.
What was our ROI?
The product has helped save money. I would estimate that it has saved around 20% of the investment.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The product is expensive.
What other advice do I have?
Microsoft Intune provides everything in one place and streamlines our security operations significantly. It has impacted IT productivity across different devices, including Android, AWS, and Windows.
We use application management within Intune Suite. For instance, on Windows devices, we create and manage applications through a structured process. It involves configuring firewall settings, managing OS types, and ensuring that PC applications are updated regularly. We typically make monthly changes and create and manage application packages to maintain quality and compliance.
Copilot has simplified our operations by streamlining the issue management process. For instance, we can efficiently address and resolve issues when we receive tickets. It assists with authentication and other Intune-related tasks, which helps us handle hardware-related issues more effectively.
Intune helps secure hybrid work environments by managing both company-owned and bring-your-own devices. You can enforce policies to convert personal devices into compliant company devices, ensuring that data is protected regardless of whether the device is company-owned or personal.
Endpoint privilege management is integrated into our endpoint management system. It helps us manage and control permissions for various applications and endpoints. It allows us to enforce least-privileged access, which helps minimize security risks. I use it in my organization to enforce the least privileged access. It involves managing access through various channels and ensuring users sign in and complete necessary audits. The process is designed to act as a mediator.
I recommend it to other users and rate it a ten.
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Last updated: Jul 31, 2024
Flag as inappropriateEnterprise Computing Services Manager at a government with 10,001+ employees
Helpful in securing and managing devices, simplifying operations, and eliminating a lot of paperwork
Pros and Cons
- "Its security is most valuable. It gives us a way to secure devices, not only those that are steady. We do have a few tablets and other devices, and it is a way for us to secure these devices and manage them. We know they're out there and what's their status. We can manage their life cycle and verify that they're updated properly."
- "It doesn't economize when you scale up. We have over 14,000 employees, and we have between 7,500 and 8,000 city-owned or personal devices being used to conduct city business. Its price can be improved. It is not a cheap solution."
What is our primary use case?
We use it to a small extent for approximately 1,100 devices. The biggest portion of it is used in the Aviation department, which is one of our departments. They have invested heavily in some customized software that they've developed in-house. It is put on the devices, and the devices are primarily used by field staff. It's basically a mixture of work order assignment and work order management, as well as record keeping. For example, I could have a technician who is assigned to go and do a preventive maintenance inspection on an HVAC component in one of the terminals. That request or work order is submitted to his device. When he gets there, he scans barcodes for the room he is in and for the piece of equipment that he is working on. So, they track their actual work order, work order status, workloads, and equipment life cycle, and that's all done through Intune.
How has it helped my organization?
It helps us in securing devices. It has eliminated a lot of paperwork. It has simplified record-keeping and maintenance of equipment, life cycle management, staff workload, work hours, et cetera. That's the biggest impact on us, and that's also where most of the devices are used.
What is most valuable?
Its security is most valuable. It gives us a way to secure devices, not only those that are steady. We do have a few tablets and other devices, and it is a way for us to secure these devices and manage them. We know they're out there and what's their status. We can manage their life cycle and verify that they're updated properly.
What needs improvement?
It doesn't economize when you scale up. We have over 14,000 employees, and we have between 7,500 and 8,000 city-owned or personal devices being used to conduct city business. Its price can be improved. It is not a cheap solution.
For how long have I used the solution?
It has been years since it was implemented.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Its stability has been fine. We've had no issues at all.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I don't see any issues with it. We currently have only about 1,100 users and licenses for the Intune product. The largest portion or over 50% of usage is by our Aviation department for tracking and managing their work order, workload, equipment life cycle, etc. Other users are scattered in small numbers throughout a number of departments.
Our Parts department also uses it. One thing that's a little bit unique is that they also have these assigned to temporary workers. So, we provide the licenses for a number of temporary workers for the summer or for the winter, and then we take them back and reassign them to somebody else.
The other departments mostly use it for educational or small use cases where they think this will be a good fit, and it is the product that is available to them. I've heard nothing bad about it, and I have no problem at all with Intune.
In terms of future growth, we're currently looking at another product, but that doesn't mean we're going to go with that other product. We're working with a vendor on another solution, and that vendor also has a mobile device management product, but we're not yet ready to go there.
How are customer service and support?
I've no direct input on it. Right now, we're on unified support, but we've always had their premier support. If we ever have a problem with any of our Microsoft products, including Intune, we do have a way to reach out and get additional assistance.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I'm not aware of any other solution being used. I know there were one or possibly two failed mobile device management project implementations. I was not a member of the department then, so I don't know the details. I only know that both of the deployments failed. In other words, either the vendor promises were not met, or we found a function that was supposed to exist but did not exist.
How was the initial setup?
It was pretty straightforward. It was not a very long, complex, and involved process. It was fairly easy to set up.
What about the implementation team?
It was done in-house. For its maintenance, we have no one dedicated to it. Our client computing side takes care of that.
What was our ROI?
I've never tried to quantify an ROI for the program. We have just a small number of devices. At some point, we will look at implementing large-scale mobile device management, and that'll be a different case where we may look at Intune, Workspace ONE, or another product.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
It is not a cheap solution. The price for a device when you start using it at a large scale can be improved.
It is covered under our enterprise agreement. We pay once a year. I am not aware of any additional costs.
What other advice do I have?
It meets the basic security needs and management needs for most organizations. It allows you to monitor the security of devices and manage those devices if they're organization-owned. It is fairly easy and straightforward to manage. It is not difficult. Some of the other solutions are a little bit more difficult.
I would rate it an eight out of 10. It meets all the basic needs that most organizations will have for device management and device security. I am not sure if it can provide the required level of security for different business scenarios that require additional security, which means you'd have to run two systems in tandem.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Hybrid Cloud
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Microsoft Azure
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Modern Workplace Architect at Arxus
Centralizes endpoint and security management, is easy to use, and can help simplify app updates
Pros and Cons
- "The overall user experience is quite nice. I have no complaints from end users regarding their devices enrolled in Intune."
- "Reporting needs improvement."
What is our primary use case?
Nowadays, we've seen more evolution towards Autopilot for Windows 10 and then in a hybrid or cloud-only setup. After the Windows devices, we use it with Android, the most frequent mobile, and then iOS. I have five or six projects regarding Microsoft.
It helps deal with conflicting policies. We do a lot of graph API calls toward Microsoft for reporting, et cetera.
How has it helped my organization?
It simplifies the work of the IT admins in a company if you set it up right. The setup will take some time, obviously. However, if you set it up right, it will simplify the management of your endpoints. The enterprise app management is great. With Intune, you can shorten the time needed for handling the necessary updates so that there are no vulnerabilities on the applications or on the operating system side of things.
What is most valuable?
The Intune suite offers a lot of features.
The AutoPilot feature is helpful.
Endpoint privilege management is very good. You can bring your own device setup. You can use it in combination with conditional access policies for encryption.
Migration from on-prem to cloud is good.
The settings catalog and configuration profiles are also very, very useful.
Intunes brings all of our endpoint and security management tools into one place. This is a good thing. We now have one portal to check instead of dozens. I'm really happy with that.
The overall user experience is quite nice. I have no complaints from end users regarding their devices enrolled in Intune.
We've used Copilot. We have nothing to complain about, however, it is very expensive. With Copilot, we summarized a few of our policies and devices, which were great. We check the properties of the devices, hardware, of the devices, and so on. Mostly, we played around with the summaries of the policies, however, we switched it off since it was running for a couple of days, and it was a few hundred euros for those few days.
Witnessing the benefits of Intune happen quickly. Clients usually begin to see benefits after the kickoff meeting. Intune is an ongoing development product. It helps both greenfield and existing setups. It's not static. We'll work with policies and versioning, and after every quarter, we'll review our policies and update where necessary. If clients used Intune managed services, they get policy updates included in the managed service.
Intune is good for securing hybrid work and protecting data of the company while bringing our own devices. We use device framework policies from Microsoft themselves with some minor adjustments. They have level one, level two, and level three policies. You can just fix the settings of their site, and that's also what we use. Then we just tweak and bring in our own experiences.
The endpoint privileged management enables users to enforce privileged access and can positively affect user productivity. In in small environments, the end users are, in 99% of the cases, also local admins on their devices, which is obviously not good. In bigger environments, we get into that less often as it's more of an organized thing. That said, in small environments, everybody is a local admin and that brings certain risks with it. So users can install and download everything they want. With endpoint privilege management, we can set rules for specific applications, and then, a user can ask for approval to run a certain application, which is very good.
Intune positively affects overall IT productivity in organizations. If users need to install it on a device that they need in their workday or day-to-day business, they can just grab it themselves from the company portal app. They do not have to wait. They do not have to enter a support ticket that goes to the help desk to request a certain type of software. They can do it themselves, so they save a lot of time.
Intune, when applied on the cloud, can save on costs. With the cloud, there's no on-prem infrastructure that needs service, electricity, space, or cooling, for example.
What needs improvement?
There are a lot of features that need to be released. There is no copy-paste or fie transfer. There's more work to do. They don't live up to my expectations anymore. Microsoft has a history of releasing features that are not completely finished.
Remote help needs to be better.
Reporting needs improvement. It's still lacking. The built-in reporting is pretty basic. In managed services, we have a lot more reporting. However, we had to develop it ourselves.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've used the solution since the product launched, about 15 years ago.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is fairly stable. I cannot recall the last time that there was a health issue reported on the Microsoft side regarding Intune.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The scalability is perfect. I've had no issues with scaling.
How are customer service and support?
The communication between us and Microsft is good. They do come back with insights on what's to come. When it coms to support, if you are lucky, you will get a good tech that can help. The knowledge of some techs are insufficient. They may ask basic questions that are not relevant to the issue. You spend a lot of time re-answering questions you may have already addressed in the original ticket.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Neutral
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I did not use a different solution previously.
I've been in touch with MobileIron and AirWatch, however, that's very, very basic.
How was the initial setup?
I work with both on-cloud and on-prem versions of the solution.
The initial deployment is very simple and straightforward. I've been doing it for 15 years, so I understand the process. When people are new to Intune, there may be some complexity. There are many things that need to be considered. The learning curve can be steep.
There is support from Intune for maintenance, like when an application fails to install.
What about the implementation team?
I tend to implement the solution myself.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Some people have Microsoft 365 with a security add-on, and Intune is integrated.
Copilot is expensive as an add-on.
It's a rather expensive solution, especially if you want to use all the bells and whistles.
What other advice do I have?
I've been involved with the solution as a customer, integrator, reseller and consultant. I'm a freelancer as well and use it myself. I'm selling licenses and doing greenfield setups for different customers.
We've not yet used all aspects of Intune suite, which is a new collection of advanced endpoint management and security tools. We have demoed it, and we are showing it in workshops. However, we do not have it in a live environment. A lot of customers are hesitating to buy the Intune suite due to the price. Some users may be paying fifty euros per user per month and then would need to add another 10 euros for the Intune suite, and that's a big step since that would be a fifth of the license that they're already paying.
It's helpful that Intune is integrated with 365. It's important that everything is integrated together so that the Microsoft ecosystem becomes seamless.
I'd rate the solution 8 out of 10 overall.
It's a fund product. The possibilities are almost endless. It will make your life easier.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Microsoft Azure
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: partner
IT Systems Administrator at a energy/utilities company with 1,001-5,000 employees
Offers a good user experience, enables our IT team to be more efficient, and helps reduce licensing costs.
Pros and Cons
- "While Microsoft Intune boasts a wide range of features, its user-friendliness and bundled licensing cost are key considerations for me."
- "It would be great if Intune offered better data protection controls for BYOD Windows PCs."
What is our primary use case?
We manage all our client devices, including Windows laptops, MacBooks, iPhones, iPads, and Android devices, using Microsoft Intune.
How has it helped my organization?
We regularly survey our users to gather feedback on their experience with device enrollment and app installation. The feedback we have received so far has been positive.
Intune is good at securing hybrid work and BYOD. There are a few gaps but we can manage those with other tools.
Microsoft Security Signals within Intune is an effective tool. It allows us to restrict access to specific systems or resources for certain devices based on their risk score. We can also prevent access for other devices that don't meet a specific risk threshold until their score improves.
It has enabled our IT team to use their tools more effectively.
Intune streamlines our endpoint management by consolidating multiple vendors into a single platform. With Intune, we can now manage features like the Windows Defender firewall and disk encryption directly, eliminating the need for separate third-party products. This simplifies our management process and potentially reduces costs.
The vendor consolidation has helped to reduce our licensing costs.
It is extremely important to us that the Microsoft Intune suite is integrated with Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Security. We're looking at consolidating more systems and solutions into our Microsoft licensing because of how easily it integrates.
What is most valuable?
While Microsoft Intune boasts a wide range of features, its user-friendliness and bundled licensing cost are key considerations for me.
What needs improvement?
The licensing has room for improvement.
It would be great if Intune offered better data protection controls for BYOD Windows PCs.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Microsoft Intune for four years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
While Microsoft Intune is generally stable, there are recurring issues with deploying Microsoft 365 apps through Intune. These outages occur around the same time each month.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I would rate the scalability of Intune a nine out of ten.
How are customer service and support?
While the technical support team is generally good, there have been instances where feedback sent to the product group has resulted in delayed or absent responses. This can be frustrating, especially when requesting new features or clarifying existing ones. It would be beneficial to establish a clearer communication channel with the product group to ensure timely responses and address customer concerns efficiently.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Neutral
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Previously, we used Workspace ONE. While I find Intune to be generally better, there are still some specific areas where Workspace ONE offers functionalities that Intune currently lacks. Additionally, Workspace ONE was significantly faster for generating reports. However, I acknowledge that Intune has undergone significant improvements over the past year and a half, and it's steadily approaching the level it needs to be. Nevertheless, there's still room for further improvement.
What about the implementation team?
The implementation was completed in-house.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The current licensing model separates essential features into higher-tier subscriptions, requiring additional purchases. Ideally, all functionalities should be included in a single bundled license.
What other advice do I have?
I would rate Microsoft Intune eight out of ten.
We rely on Intune for device management and leverage other tools for security.
Additional maintenance is required to deal with the monthly outages.
I recommend using Intune for endpoint management. It's important to familiarize yourself with the product beforehand. Researching endpoint management via Intune and reviewing Microsoft's online recommendations is crucial for successful implementation within your organization.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Microsoft Azure
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.

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